[Volt 2014]

Hi,

Most likely is the rear axle causing that noise. It is a known issue.

 

[428goat]

Is there a recall on it or do I just have to get it fixed and pay for it?

 

[Billtphotoman]

While it certainly could be the rear axle it also might be the rear hatch in which case adjusting the stops should cure it. The stops adjust by turning them and it took quite a bit of fiddling for me to get them right.

 

[Bammerman]

I second the suggestion to adjust the stops on the hatchback lid. This is what corrected the rattle on my Volt. Very easy to adjust, and it was something that the dealership's mechanics were apparently completely unaware of!

 

[bentbiker]

Hi,

Most likely is the rear axle causing that noise. It is a known issue.

As one of those who has had the axle replacement, I've never heard of a rattle being an indicator/symptom . . . more of a rubbing or crunching sound. We've had the previously mentioned hatch stops, spoilers (usually described as being the sound of being hit by an acorn), sound deadener coming loose from roof, and stuff in the little passenger side cubbyhole; I'd look at those before thinking axle.

Also, we could guess better if we knew more about the rattle:
Loud?
Constant?
Only over bumps?
Occurs when using either gas or battery?
Have you had someone ride in the back seat to isolate the location?

 

[428goat]

thanks for the info. I will check out all of the above. Maybe i will stick the wife in the rear and drive around also.